US Popularity:10947
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Pure; Ten
There are no two (or ten) ways about it: baby is one of the most important things in your life, pure and simple! So, why not consider the name Decatur? An original and mysterious-sounding moniker, Decatur has Greek origins. With two possible meanings, “pure” and “ten,” this boy’s name is a surefire way to help your little one stand out in the crowd. Commonly seen as a surname, which dates back to before the 19th century, this name works well as a first name. It is also the name of various towns found across the United States. So, whether you live in one of these wonderful spots, have a deep love for namesake and naval hero Stephen Decatur, or just like the idea of starting baby off right with a blank canvas, this is a 10/10 name!

Decatur Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2017
#12719
in 2017
- 2605
from 2008
In comparison to the previous year's data

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